about Laurie
Laurie has been teaching or coaching since she was a teenager. She has always been attracted to athletic activities and relished the community that came with being part of a team. Laurie has volunteered as a rowing coach and has also been an assistant cross country coach.
Laurie found yoga as a way to incorporate more varied joint movements that caused less repetitive stress. She was also looking for more peace and chill in her life. Yoga was the perfect complement to the more intense activities she practices.
After falling in love with the yoga practice and practicing for several years, Laurie completed her 200 hour training in Ashtanga Vinyasa at Infinite Yoga in San Diego, California. Laurie also completed 300 hours in advanced yoga studies at the Asheville Yoga Center. She has specialized training in pre- and post-natal yoga, restorative yoga, yoga with HIIT, yoga for seniors, yoga nidra, trauma sensitive yoga, yoga for cancer, therapeutic elements of yoga.
Laurie’s release for her competitive drive is currently powerlifting, where she focuses on bench press and deadlift. Laurie holds state records in Revolution Powerlifting Syndicate in both lifts and is nationally ranked for deadlift in her age and weight class.
Laurie co-leads Moon Meetings at her studio, Yoga Baum. Moon Meetings include information about the seasons, moon phases, astrology, folklore, and subtle anatomy to help individuals reflect and connect with themselves and others. Through these meetings and intuitive readings incorporating Tarot, Laurie helps individuals gain insight and learn about the deeper and sometimes hidden qualities that make up the fabric of their reactions and lives.
Laurie has BAs in both mathematics and German and a MA in German Studies. She has taught both subjects at the college level. Laurie taught German for 10 years before opening the studio space for Yoga Baum and brings her in-depth knowledge of yoga as well as her extensive experience as a teacher to her students. Her expertise in working with students in a variety of settings provides an invaluable insight into the learner’s mind.
Laurie’s love of teaching and sharing yoga with her students inspired her to create Yoga Baum, a yoga studio and school in Louisville, KY, in 2016. She is the lead trainer in the 200 and 300 hour teacher trainings at Yoga Baum. Laurie lives happily in Louisville with her husband, Jordan, her four ferrets, Lars, Sven, Karl, and Lucy, and her parrot, Pete.
Laurie’s mission is to help people connect with their bodies and spirit and find contentment through movement and intuitive practices.
What People Are Saying
“
Laurie cares unconditionally for her students. Her teaching practices, organization, methods, and personal attention are second to none.
”
— Stephanie F.
“
Laurie is an extremely knowledgeable and compassionate teacher with a strong desire to see her students succeed.
”
— Kathryn S.
“
I have been practicing yoga for several years, and Laurie always finds a way to challenge me, fulfill me, or assist me into a deeper version of my favorite poses. Laurie’s sequencing is always thoughtful, her adjustments are amazing, and her laid back and welcoming personality makes you instantly feel at home in her class. Laurie is a consummate professional, and I trust her knowledge and expertise 100%. Whether you’ve been practicing for years or you’re taking your first yoga class, you are sure to get something out of a class with Laurie.”
— Carrie P.
“
Laurie’s classes are accessible to all levels and she treats each individual practitioner with the most attentive care. Not only will you feel challenged, but you will walk away feeling completely centered!
”
— Shawna H.
Chat with me
Tell me what you’re seeking.